BDC Reporter's weekly recap reviews the sector and several BDCs in the news and lays out where the sector stands year to date.
BDC common stock prices declined again in the week ended October 9, 2026, according to BDC Reporter's weekly market recap, published October 10.
The recap reviews what happened to the sector and to several BDCs in the news, and sets out its year-to-date picture and a view on where the sector is likely headed.
Reported by the BDCs desk from BDC Reporter. Published . Corrections
Investec's Greg Betz says activity has centred on "old economy sectors," while Canyon and Federated Hermes cite energy and defence spending, per Alternative Credit Investor.
BDC Reporter's weekly recap also says BDC common stocks dropped again in the week ended Oct. 9.
BDC Reporter, comparing the figures with second-quarter actuals, says they suggest a BDC performing more weakly than three months before.
The recap attributes the weakness to macro factors, reviews sector metrics nine months into 2026 and looks ahead without enthusiasm.
The IIQ 2026 performance summary carrying the news names no buyer, price, or timetable.
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